New York City police hunt for man suspected of killing elderly couple and burning their home
September 9, 2025
A New York City couple in their 70s was killed in what the police commissioner said was a “horrific double homicide, robbery and arson.” The man was tied to a pole and stabbed. The woman’s body was severely burned as their home went up in flames on Monday. Frank Olton and Maureen Olton were found dead Monday afternoon after surveillance video showed suspect Jamel McGriff walking near their Queens home. A fire marshal ruled that the fire was intentionally set. The 42-year-old McGriff remained at large Tuesday afternoon. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch says he should be considered armed and dangerous.